Driver sought after SUV hits pedestrian on Market

Thursday

Jul 10, 2014 at 11:06 PM

The 68-year-old victim is in serious condition.

Wilmington police early today were looking for the driver of a sport-utility vehicle that left a pedestrian in serious condition. About 9 p.m. Thursday, police responded to a hit-and-run accident involving a pedestrian in the 5200 block of Market Street, according to a news release. Police are searching for a 2001-2005 burgundy or red Ford Explorer, police spokeswoman Linda Rawley said just after midnight. The victim, a 68-year-old man, was struck while crossing Market Street after leaving Walmart, Rawley said in the release. The SUV should have one headlight and major front-end damage, police said. The vehicle was last seen turning into the Walmart store off Market Street, police said.The victim was taken to New Hanover Regional Medical Center, where he remains in serious condition, the release said. Police have not released the victim's name.Anyone with information about the accident should contact the Wilmington Police Department at 910-343-3609 or send a tip to Text-A-Tip at (CRIMES)274637. Start the message with Tip708, then type the tip.